The Ghana Police Service has taken three individuals into custody following an alleged physical assault on staff members of the Electricity Company of Ghana in the Eastern Region. According to a Citi Newsroom report the incident occurred while the revenue mobilization team was performing official duties in the field.
Official reports from the Electricity Company of Ghana state that the staff members were targeted while attempting to collect outstanding payments and verify meter integrity. A GhanaWeb report notes that the suspects allegedly obstructed the officials and engaged in physical altercations that resulted in injuries to the utility workers.
A statement from the Ghana Police Service indicates that the three suspects were apprehended shortly after the report was filed at a local station. Authorities have not yet released the names of the individuals in custody as investigations into the violent encounter continue. The Electricity Company of Ghana management has condemned the act and called for the protection of its field staff according to a Graphic Online report.
Legal proceedings against the three suspects are expected to commence once the police conclude their initial inquiries. The Eastern Regional branch of the utility company has reiterated its commitment to pursuing the case to ensure justice for its employees. This incident remains under active investigation by regional law enforcement officials.